TMI Tuesdays

TMI Tuesdays

by Lauren Sutherland
Health & Fitness
Season 1

What We Get Wrong About Postpartum Care with Bita Gold

In this episode of TMI Tuesdays, Lauren sits down with Bita Gold, founder of The Newborn Company, to talk about what real support for new mothers actually looks like. Bita shares her background training as a midwife in Iran, where midwifery involves years of formal education, extensive hands-on birth requirements, and close collaboration with OB specialists. We compare how birth and postpartum care are approached there versus in Canada, and why she ultimately chose to focus on wraparound prenatal and postpartum support instead of pursuing midwifery here. We dive into the role of night nurses, nannies, and allied care, and why supporting the mother first is not selfish, even when it feels controversial. Bita also shares her top three pieces of advice for new moms navigating the early postpartum period. This episode is an honest conversation about safety, systems, self-care, and why taking care of yourself is part of taking care of your baby.
S1 · E31
Jan 6, 2026
25:03

Acupuncture & TCM for Reproductive Health with Stefanie Miska

In this episode of TMI Tuesdays Lauren sits down with acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner Stefanie Miska to unpack how acupuncture and TCM support reproductive health across the lifespan. We talk about how TCM views the menstrual cycle, common patterns seen with period pain, PMS, irregular cycles and fertility challenges, and what acupuncture is actually doing in the body from both a traditional and modern lens. Stefanie explains what a typical treatment plan looks like, who can benefit most, and how acupuncture can complement conventional medical care.
S1 · E30
Dec 30, 2025
47:46

Women’s Health Through Pregnancy, Postpartum and Beyond with Natasha Mills

This week on TMI Tuesdays with Lauren & Di, Lauren sits down with Natasha Mills (@mommamillsblog) – Vancouver Island–based writer, motherhood content creator and twin mom of three. Natasha shares openly about her pregnancies, C-sections, and postpartum recoveries, including years of chronic inflammation, abdominal dysfunction, and the challenges she faced navigating hormonal health within the healthcare system. We chat about nervous system regulation and how her relationship with exercise has shifted from high-intensity training to movement that actually supports her body. Join us for a real, unfiltered look at the challenges and transitions of motherhood, with insights that many women can relate to.
S1 · E29
Dec 16, 2025
45:56

Strength Training Through Perimenopause and Beyond with Serena Peck

Join us this week as Lauren chats with Serena Peck, Kinesiologist, former women’s health researcher and founder of Serene Movement. We break down what happens to hormones, muscle and bone through perimenopause, menopause and beyond, and why strength training is non-negotiable in this stage of life. Serena walks us through health-based training for beginners, how to build confidence with weights, and where Pilates and tools like weighted vests fit may fit into a well-rounded routine.
S1 · E28
Dec 9, 2025
39:30

Fertility 101: What They Don’t Tell You About Trying to Conceive with Dr. Liza Klassen

This week on TMI Tuesdays, Lauren sits down with fertility-focused Naturopathic Doctor Liza Klassen to break down everything you thought you knew about trying to conceive. Liza bridges the gap between the medical and emotional sides of fertility care, helping patients feel supported, informed, and empowered whether they’re conceiving naturally or through assisted pathways. We cover the essentials that actually matter when you’re TTC: how to track your menstrual cycle and ovulation without losing your mind, when to seek fertility screening, and why male-factor fertility makes up half the equation. Liza also shares evidence-informed insights on fertility nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle habits, plus how conditions like age, PCOS, endometriosis, and thyroid dysfunction can influence outcomes. If you’re planning to conceive now or someday, or you support clients who are, this is your go-to crash course in fertility foundations.
S1 · E27
Nov 25, 2025
2:13:23

Returning to Running Postpartum: Are you Actually Ready?

Getting back to running, high impact exercise or sport after having a baby isn’t as simple as just waiting 6 weeks or lacing up your shoes. In this episode, Lauren and Di break down the evidence-based guidelines for returning to high-impact exercise postpartum.They cover the key strength checks, pelvic floor considerations, red flags, and the assessments they use in their practices to make sure your body is truly ready for impact.Whether you're craving that first run back or supporting someone who is, this episode gives you a practical roadmap to return safely, confidently, and without setbacks.
S1 · E26
Nov 18, 2025
34:57

When Your Coccyx is Being a Pain in the Butt

In this solo episode, Di dives into coccydynia (aka tailbone pain) and why it can feel like sitting is suddenly your worst enemy. She breaks down some anatomy, common causes of coccyx pain (from falls to childbirth to posture to pelvic floor tension), and how to know when it’s more than just a bruise. Di shares practical, accessible strategies you can start today, including posture tweaks, cushions, pelvic floor relaxation, and when to consider seeking pelvic physiotherapy. If you're dealing with ongoing tailbone pain and aren’t sure where to start, chat with a pelvic floor physio!
S1 · E25
Nov 11, 2025
20:27

The Kegel Chair: Does It Actually Work?

Ever heard of the “Kegel Chair”? You sit on it, fully clothed, and it gives you 11,000 Kegels in 28 minutes. Too good to be true? Tune in this week as Lauren and Di unpack the hype around Emsella and UROSPOT. They cover the history of this technology and these companies, how it actually works and what the research says (and doesn’t say). You’ll hear their unfiltered take as pelvic floor physiotherapists on:• The science behind electromagnetic stimulation• Who might benefit—and who might not• What real clients are saying• And the pros, cons, and price tag of turning your rehab into a spa day
S1 · E24
Nov 4, 2025
31:13

What’s New Down There: Breakthroughs in Women’s Pelvic Health from AUGs PFD Week 2025

This week, Lauren breaks down the biggest stories and discoveries from the American UroGynecology Association's PFD Week 2025, where pelvic health professionals from across North America came together to share research, innovation, and advocacy. From groundbreaking evidence on pelvic pain treatment and menopause management to the fight against health misinformation, this episode explores how women’s health is evolving—and where we still need to do better. Lauren unpacks key takeaways from the first-ever Physiotherapy Forum, including new research supporting multimodal care for pelvic pain, updates on pessary management, and the use of real-time ultrasound for pelvic floor training and bladder assessment. You’ll also hear highlights from Timothy Caulfield’s keynote on misinformation—why false health claims spread six times faster than facts, how 75 percent of articles online are shared without being read, and what clinicians can do to help patients think critically before they click. Finally, Lauren closes with powerful reflections on global women’s health, including Professor Ajay Rane’s emotional ABLE Lecture on obstetric fistula prevention and the ongoing fight for equitable access to care around the world—a talk that earned him a standing ovation. References: Advanced Science News. (2023, April 10). Study finds 75% of Facebook links are shared without clicking or reading. https://www.advancedsciencenews.com Caulfield, T. (2025, October). Health misinformation and evidence translation [Keynote lecture]. AUGA PFD Week 2025. Callaghan, T., et al. (2022). Trends in U.S. physician beliefs about vaccine safety. Vaccine, 40(11), 1589–1597. Centers for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP). (2023, November 7). U.S. survey reveals growing distrust of vaccines and embrace of untruths. https://www.cidrap.umn.edu Fitzgerald, J. (2025, October). Female bladder pain syndrome: Redefining phenotype and treatment algorithm [Conference presentation]. AUGA PFD Week 2025. Lord, M.-J. (2025, October). Pessary management in pelvic health [Workshop presentation]. AUGA PFD Week 2025. Morin, M., et al. (2021). Multimodal physical therapy versus topical lidocaine for provoked vestibulodynia. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 224(2), 189.e1–189.e12. Rane, A. (2025, October). Obstetric fistula prevention and global pelvic health equity [ABLE Lecture]. AUGA PFD Week 2025. Santoro, N., et al. (2023). Safety of low-dose vaginal estrogen: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Menopause, 30(4), 455–463. Solomon, W., et al. (2024). To contract or not to contract: Pelvic floor muscle exercises for dyspareunia. Journal of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy, 135, 10–26. Starzec-Proserpio, M., et al. (2025). Effectiveness of nonpharmacological conservative therapies for chronic pelvic pain in women: A systematic review and meta-analysis. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 232(1), 42–71. van der Linden, S., et al. (2023). Prebunking interventions to build resilience against misinformation. Nature Human Behaviour, 7(4), 529–541. Vosoughi, S., et al. (2018). The spread of true and false news online. Science, 359(6380), 1146–1151. World Health Organization. (2023, August 10). Obstetric fistula: Key facts. https://www.who.int
S1 · E23
Oct 23, 2025
35:38

So You Had a C-Section — Now What?

Having a C-section? Whether it’s planned or unexpected, your pelvic floor still needs care and attention. In this episode of TMI Tuesdays, Lauren and Di unpack why it’s so important to see a pelvic floor physiotherapist before and after surgery. Learn how to prepare your body for birth, support early-stage healing, assess and treat your scar, restore mobility and strength, and safely progress your core and pelvic floor rehab. Because even if baby didn’t come out vg@inally, your pelvic floor is still part of the story.
S1 · E22
Oct 14, 2025
36:33
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